Stray Kids have officially set a new milestone in K-pop history. With their latest release Karma, the group has now earned more No. 1 albums on the Billboard 200 than any other group this century.
This achievement marks their eighth No. 1 entry, pushing them past every other act to hold the record for the most chart-topping albums by a group in the 2000s and beyond. It’s a huge moment not only for Stray Kids but also for K-pop’s growing presence in the global music market.
The Billboard 200 isn’t just any chart—it’s considered the benchmark for album success in the United States, making this record-breaking streak especially significant. Stray Kids have built a reputation for dominating physical album sales, and Karma proved no exception, with fans worldwide ensuring another powerful debut.
With this win, Stray Kids have further solidified their standing as one of the leading groups in K-pop’s fourth generation. Their consistency on international charts shows that their influence isn’t slowing down anytime soon.